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Imelda needs a cutting table and overlocker to reopen a sewing studio

Imelda lost a cutting table and overlocker to floodwater and needs $850 to reopen a sewing studio and support the family.

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Imelda R. Castro
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Manila
For nine years I have run a sewing studio in Manila. In August, floodwater took a cutting table and overlocker. I have no insurance, and the bank won't lend to me. Before that, my customers came every Wednesday, and I employed 3 people from the neighborhood. I have been out of business for 6 weeks. This business pays my children's school fees and rent. I have already started working from home in small ways, but I can't meet orders without proper equipment. Every contribution brings me closer to reopening, and I promise to post photos as I buy each item. I'll buy equipment from local suppliers and post photos and receipts as I go. Where the $850 goes: โ€ข Replacing a cutting table and overlocker: $530 โ€ข Initial stock: fabric: $120 โ€ข Shop repairs and licensing: $125 โ€ข Working capital for the first month: $75 Every share and every dollar helps.

Updates from Imelda

  1. Quick update: $270 raised so far (32%). I met with the supplier and confirmed the amounts. Receipts coming as soon as I have them.

  2. We're at 22% thanks to 6 of you. the plan for replacing a cutting table and overlocker is now scheduled. More news soon.

  3. Quick update: $35 raised so far (4%). the first invoice got paid this week. Receipts coming as soon as I have them. - Imelda

  • Hรผseyin Recep Yฤฑlmaz ๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท ยท $50

    โ€œSending love. Thought of Imelda all day after reading this. - Istanbulโ€

  • Anonymous ๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท ยท $10
  • Igor Pawlak ๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ ยท $25

    โ€œWishing you the best. - Gdyniaโ€

  • Josefa Rojas ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ ยท $5
  • Simone Luciana Prado ๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท ยท $30
  • Antonella Pellegrino ๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡น ยท $50
  • Rashmi C. Prajapati ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ ยท $25
  • Anonymous ๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช ยท $100

    โ€œHope things get better. Saw your post and had to give. - Frankfurtโ€

  • Mussa Mukasa Tumusiime ๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ฟ ยท $10
  • Naledi A. Mokoena ๐Ÿ‡ฟ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ยท $15
  • Nimal Nimal Jayawardena ๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡ฐ ยท $25

    โ€œGet well soon. Only $25 but hope it helps. - Jaffnaโ€

  • Tae-hoon Woo-jin Shim ๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ยท $10

Reviews

3.5(11 reviews)

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  • Hani Sri Setiawan๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉVerified donor
    Truly grateful for the support

    This experience has restored my faith in the goodness of people. The helper was professional, knowledgeable, and genuinely cared about my outcome.

  • Lei Xiu Wu๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆVerified donor
    Great help in a difficult time

    I had a complex problem and this person helped me navigate it step by step. Their expertise combined with their kindness made all the difference.

  • Stavros Nikolaos Kalogeropoulos๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ทVerified helper
    Practical and effective help

    The support I received was beyond what I expected. Not only did they help with the immediate need, but they also provided guidance for long-term solutions. I'm forever grateful.

  • Priya E. Tiwari๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณVerified helper
    Outstanding person

    This is the kind of person who restores your faith in humanity. They didn't just offer help; they genuinely cared about my wellbeing and followed through on every commitment.

  • Julian S. Nunez๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡งVerified donor
    Exactly what I needed

    I can't speak highly enough about this helper. They were available when I needed them, supportive when I felt lost, and practical in their solutions.

  • Neslihan Aylin Sarฤฑ๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ทVerified helper
    Made me feel heard

    The help I received was exactly what was described and more. This person follows through on their commitments and genuinely cares about making a positive impact.

  • Aubree W. Howard๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธVerified donor
    Changed my perspective

    The support I received was beyond what I expected. Not only did they help with the immediate need, but they also provided guidance for long-term solutions. I'm forever grateful.

  • Sabine Sabine Keller๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ชVerified helper
    Restored my faith in humanity

    Perfect example of someone making a real difference. They took time out of their busy schedule to help me and never made me feel like a burden.

  • Christian W. Tomas๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ญVerified donor
    Very responsive and caring

    The support I received was beyond what I expected. Not only did they help with the immediate need, but they also provided guidance for long-term solutions. I'm forever grateful.

  • John J. Stevens๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆVerified helper
    Genuine person with a big heart

    I can't speak highly enough about this helper. They were available when I needed them, supportive when I felt lost, and practical in their solutions.

  • Umesh J. Khanna๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณVerified helper
    Would recommend to anyone

    Couldn't have asked for better support. They listened carefully, understood my situation deeply, and provided thoughtful advice that actually worked. Thank you so much.

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  • Shared this with my family. Sent it to 26 people at work. Take care.

    • Hope things get better soon, Imelda. It takes guts to ask. Well done. I went through something like this 4 years ago and strangers helped me out.

      • sending love, Imelda. Hope the shop reopens soon. The breakdown of costs made it easy to trust. Take care.

        $355 raised of $850

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